Experience Web Developer

We are seeking an experienced Web Developer with strong expertise in WordPress and custom website development. This role requires the ability to build, customize, optimize, and maintain high-performance websites, including both WordPress-based sites and fully custom builds. Candidates must follow best practices for speed, security, SEO, and scalability.
This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must have proven, hands-on experience delivering production-ready websites for real businesses.

Core Responsibilities
Website Development & Customization
Develop and maintain custom WordPress websites
Build custom WordPress themes, plugins, and functionality
Create and manage custom post types and advanced field structures
Develop fully custom websites without reliance on prebuilt templates
Convert design files (Figma, Adobe XD, PSD) into responsive, functional websites
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
Performance, SEO & Best Practices
Optimize websites for:
Page speed and Core Web Vitals
Mobile responsiveness
SEO-friendly structure and markup
Implement security best practices, updates, and backups
Ensure cross-browser compatibility and accessibility standards
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Debug and resolve website issues efficiently
Manage plugin conflicts, updates, and ongoing site maintenance
Improve and support existing client websites
Work with common hosting environments and deployment workflows

Required Skills & Experience
Technical Requirements
5+ years of professional web development experience
Advanced WordPress development experience
Strong proficiency in:
PHP
HTML5
CSS3
JavaScript (ES6+)
Experience building custom WordPress themes (not page-builder-only)
Solid understanding of MySQL and WordPress database structure
Experience using Git or other version control systems
Familiarity with REST APIs and third-party integrations
Strong understanding of responsive and mobile-first development
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with headless WordPress or custom frameworks
Familiarity with Laravel, React, or Vue
Working knowledge of technical SEO best practices
Experience working with agencies or client-based projects
Basic server, DNS, and hosting knowledge

Candidate Profile
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
High attention to detail and code quality
Ability to manage multiple projects independently
Comfortable collaborating with designers, marketers, and project managers
Clear communicator with strong time management skills
Portfolio of live WordPress and custom-built websites

Compensation & Work Type
Competitive pay based on experience
part time / full-time opportunities available
Hourly pay $10-$15 p/hr
Hours per week 10 - 25

Please send me examples of the sites you've worked on, from simple to complex, and your scope of work.